Use and Care Manual

SPLASHBACK TILE

Use & Care Manual

GLASS TILE CHARACTERISTICS

Our material is made of clear and transparent glass. The back of the glass tile is coated with

the desired pigment(s) and a white protective coating visible from the back of the tile. The

multi-layered protective coating is fired with the tile and ensures that the thin-set mortars will

not be visible after installation. The pigments and glass are made from natural minerals and

as such the firing process will cause slight variations in shades and size. All material is

sorted according to ANSI standard A137 size tolerances and packaging is clearly marked

with caliber and shade/tone/dye-lot. Mosaic formats are fiberglass mesh-mounted.

GLASS INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

These instructions are meant to be a guide for most installations, under normal conditions.

Please follow best practice instructions found in the Tile Council of North America (TCNA)

09300 Handbook for specific installation types.

MATERIAL INSPECTION

Verify all products before installation for any damage or defects such as chipped edges,

scratched surfaces. Confirm the caliber and dye-lot shade, all packaging is clearly marked

with shade (overall color tone) and caliber (allowable size variation).It is not recommended

to mix dye lots or calibers.

Due to the nature of the material and production process it may be possible to “see through”

the clear glass on certain angles which can appear as a lighter line along the edges of the

glass. This is not a factory defect or deficiency of any kind in the material and should be

expected by the end consumer.

*Always use appropriate personal protective safety equipment when handling, drilling,

cutting or grinding glass tile such as (but not limited to) eye, ear and hand protection.

SUBSTRATE

Before you start tiling, make sure that whatever surface the tiles are being installed to will

be strong and structurally sound. Cement board, concrete or drywall is best, as these

surfaces can handle the moisture of the tiling process. Plywood should be avoided, since

the wood will warp with the added moisture and it will also be less waterproof, even after

tiling.

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SPLASHBACK TILE Use & Care Manual GLASS TILE CHARACTERISTICS Our material is made of clear and transparent glass. The back of the glass tile is coated with the desired pigment(s) and a white protective coating visible from the back of the tile. The multi-layered protective coating is fired with the tile and ensures that the thin-set mortars will not be visible after installation.
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SPLASHBACK TILE Use & Care Manual INSTALLATION MATERIAL Thin-Set When setting glass tiles and mosaics we recommend the use of polymer or latex modified thin set or medium bed mortar compliant with ANSI standard A118.4 and is recommended for use with glass tile. We recommend using White modified thin-set such as Bostik Glass Mate is highly , which will allow the true color of the glass to come true. The color of the thin-set will affect the final appearance of the glass color.
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SPLASHBACK TILE Use & Care Manual best results. Lubricating the bit and tile surface with a continuous spray of oil/water mix will prolong the life of bits and provide a better-finished edge. When possible, the use of a jig will ensure precise placement of holes to be drilled.